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"The Learn by Doing approach is unique to Cal Poly and gives students an edge for the rest of their careers. I wouldn't be a sports nutritionist for the Chicago Bears without the skills and knowledge given to me by the fantastic faculty at Cal Poly. "

Sebastian Zorn

(Nutrition, 2015)

About Us

In FSN, Learn by Doing means empowering students to nourish the world.

Cal Poly's Food Science and Nutrition Department offers comprehensive education in food science and nutrition, from the development of new foods to the study of how foods impact health, wellness, and disease prevention (See our FSN Mission and Program Educational Outcomes (PDF) for more insight). Meeting the increasing demand for food and nutrition expertise worldwide, our graduates provide the public with well-prepared and highly competent food science and nutrition professionals.

The university Learn by Doing philosophy sets our students apart; our students are directly involved in the community, participating in unique hands-on learning opportunities which translate to industry-readiness. All undergraduates, regardless of discipline, complete a senior project as a final demonstration of critical thinking and food and nutrition knowledge. This active learning environment has earned Cal Poly tremendous respect.